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Category: Eat

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Understanding Microbiomes: Embracing the Hidden Heroes in Your Body for a Healthy Life

Written By Katie Di Lauro • 4 min read

When we refer to bacteria, fungi, and viruses, it’s usually in terms of sickness. But did you know that there are over 100 trillion microbes (living organisms) in your body? That’s right, we are a big bag of walking... Read More
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The Scoop On Poop: What Your Bowel Movements Say About Your Health

Written By Katie Di Lauro • 3 min read

How to assess and improve your gut health. We all do it, we all think about it, but rarely talk about it… Poop. Although the butt of many jokes (see what I did there), funny emojis and children’s humor,... Read More
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Easy Vegan Lentil Gyro Recipe

Written By PFC Fitness Camp • 3 min read

Try This Vegan Lentil Gyro Recipe Are you searching for a way to become a hero in your own home during mealtime? Look no further than the tantalizing and nutritious Vegan Lentil Gyro Recipe! This dish is not only... Read More
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Your Cheat Sheet To Understanding Food Labels

Written By PFC Fitness Camp • 4 min read

Are you making health-conscious decisions when it comes to grocery shopping? Unfortunately, deciphering nutrition labels can be tricky – but it doesn’t have to be! The FDA has designed nutrition fact labels to provide us with the most relevant... Read More
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The key to an explosion of flavor with Quinoa!

Written By PFC Fitness Camp • 2 min read

Discover the ancient superfood that has been around for centuries: Quinoa! From the lofty peaks of the Andes to the dinner tables of the world, quinoa has truly made a remarkable journey. Celebrated and cherished by the indigenous cultures... Read More
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The Link Between Your Food and Your Mood

Written By PFC Fitness Camp • 2 min read

Understanding Food and Mood Did you know… What we eat not only affects how we look and feel physically but increasing the nutrient density of our meals can also help to keep our mind functioning optimally!  Having a healthy... Read More
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Top 5 tips for balanced eating during the holiday season!

Written By Katie Di Lauro • 2 min read

Holiday season is in full swing! For most people this means fun times with loved ones, travel, vacation, and shopping. Oh, and of course, delicious food! Some of our fondest memories and traditions take form in this season. But,... Read More
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How To Keep Your Cutting Board From Slipping, Forever!

Written By PFC Fitness Camp • 2 min read

If you’ve been cooking for any amount of time, this has likely happened to you. You’re in the kitchen salivating at the thought of this great meal you’re about to cook. Before you get those burners burning, you get... Read More
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Are Protein Bars A Good Option For Healthy Weight Loss?

Written By Katie Di Lauro • 1 min read

With the busyness of life, making the time to prepare a balanced meal can be hard. And, eating a complete meal on-the-go can be even more challenging. In an attempt to curb hunger cues many people turn to protein... Read More
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Are you making this weight loss mistake…Counting Calories!?

Written By Katie Di Lauro • 6 min read

Calories In vs. Calories Out You may have heard that losing weight is simply a balancing act: calories in versus calories out. This means that decreasing your caloric intake (eating less) or increasing your output (exercising more) will lead... Read More

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